Tennessee WildCast

Get ready for an electrifying episode of Tennessee WildCast with hosts Jason Harmon and Don King. This week, we’re diving into the heart of the Volunteer State’s biodiversity with an action-packed show that’s all about the State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP). Join us as we explore Tennessee’s incredible natural diversity, from Mountain City to Memphis, with over 1,600 species under the care of our d...

Dive into an electrifying episode of Tennessee WildCast with hosts Jason Harmon and Don King as they reel in the excitement of the Tennessee Angler Recognition Program (TARP)! Joined by Travis Scott, Assistant Chief of Fisheries, they unpack the thrill of catching trophy fish across Tennessee’s diverse waters, from Dale Hollow’s world-record smallmouth bass to Chickamauga’s largemouth giants. With...

Get ready for an exciting episode of Tennessee WildCast with host Jason Harmon and co-host Don King, diving into the world of outdoor adventure! This week, they’re joined by Keith Beam, GSM Outdoors’ Director of Product Innovation, to spotlight the legendary Camillus Knives. With a history dating back to 1876, Camillus offers rugged, reliable blades like the Carnivore and Felix, perfect for campin...

Dive into the ultimate fusion of grit and groove on this episode of Tennessee WildCast , where host Jason Harmon and co-host Don King welcome the unstoppable Josh Isenberg—an outdoorsman raised on squirrel hunts and shotgun shells in rural Kentucky, now a Nashville audio wizard mixing for legends like The Time Jumpers and Vince Gill. With deer season just a week away, Josh shares stories of "...

Get ready for an explosive episode of Tennessee WildCast that every deer hunter needs to hear! Join hosts Jason Harmon and Don King with special guests Dan Grove, Wildlife Veterinarian and Associate Professor at the University of Tennessee, and Tabitha Lavacot, Region 2 Species Biologist, as they dive into the critical topic of hemorrhagic disease impacting Middle Tennessee’s deer population. With...

Get ready for an exciting episode of Tennessee Wildcast ! Join us as we visit with Joey Woodard, Executive Director of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation, and dive into the thrilling Wildlife Conservation Raffle, closing in just one week on September 14th! With over $10 million raised in eight years, this raffle funds critical conservation efforts, like acquiring thousands of acres for wi...

The Tennessee Biodiversity Summit is a landmark event set for October 22, 2025, at Middle Tennessee State University’s grand ballroom. Hosted by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA), it aims to educate the public about Tennessee’s rich biodiversity, one of the most diverse inland states, boasting over 350 fish, 400 birds, 140 mussels, 97 crayfish, 65 reptiles, 75 mammals, 85 amphibians,...

In this exciting episode of Tennessee WildCast, we welcome back Keith Beam, Director of Product Innovation at GSM Outdoors, for a deep dive into archery and the innovative products from NAP (New Archery Products). Keith shares his journey in the outdoor industry where he pioneered the hub-style hunting blind that revolutionized ground blind hunting. Now with GSM Outdoors, Keith discusses NAP’s cut...

This week’s episode of Tennessee WildCast dives into the thrill of dove hunting season, kicking off September 1st at noon. With special guest Jason Cruise from Mossberg and Wild & Kingdom, shares tips for a safe and fun dove hunt, from avoiding power lines to mastering shot-swing safety. They also discuss the importance of introducing youth to the outdoors without forcing it—emphasizing fun, c...

In this engaging episode of Tennessee WildCast, we dive into the National Wildlife Habitat Education Program at the Clyde M. York 4-H Center in Crossville, Tennessee. Joined by Dr. Jim Byford, the program’s founder and former University of Tennessee Martin Agriculture Professor, and Dr. Craig Harper, a University of Tennessee Professor and Extension Wildlife Specialist, the show explores the origi...

Dive into the world of crappie fishing on this episode of Tennessee WildCast, where hosts Jason and Don visit with Travis Scott, Assistant Chief of Fisheries. Travis shares his journey from working at a salmon hatchery in Alaska to leading fisheries management in Tennessee, offering insights into the state’s record-breaking crappie production in 2024. With nearly 1.9 million crappie fingerlings st...

Get ready for an action-packed episode of Tennessee Wildcast that’s sure to sharpen your outdoor game! This week, we welcome back the ever-enthusiastic Keith Beam from GSM Outdoors to dive deep into the world of SOG knives. Whether you’re a hunter, camper, or just love a reliable everyday carry, this episode is a must-listen. Keith, the Director of Product Innovation at GSM Outdoors, shares his pa...

Get ready for a toe-tapping, rod-casting good time on this week’s Tennessee WildCast ! Hosts Jason Harmon and Don King welcome the incredibly talented Leslie Satcher, a Texas-born, Nashville-based singer-songwriter who’s penned hits for country legends like George Strait, Willie Nelson, and Martina McBride. In this lively episode, Leslie shares her journey from dreaming of country stardom in 1988...

Get ready for an exhilarating episode of Tennessee WildCast that’s packed with outdoor adventure and inspiration! This week, we’re diving headfirst into the world of R3—Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation—with special guest Daniel Musslewhite, TWRA’s R3 Coordinator. Tune in to discover how Tennessee is igniting a passion for the outdoors, from hunting and fishing to shooting sports, and conne...

Dive into this action-packed Tennessee WildCast episode where we team up with David Lowrie, Tennessee’s Boating and Fishing Education Coordinator, for a dive into outdoor adventures! This episode is a must for fishing and boating enthusiasts. Lowrie, now leading both fishing outreach and boating safety, shares the essentials of staying safe on Tennessee’s waterways. If you were born after January...

On this exciting episode of Tennessee WildCast, we dive into the world of outdoor adventure, spotlighting GSM Outdoors and their renowned Cold Steel brand. Joined by Keith Beam, Director of Product Innovation at GSM, this episode explores the legacy and craftsmanship of Cold Steel knives, celebrated for their durability and versatility. Keith, a seasoned innovator with a background in archery and...

Special guest Jason Cruise, a Tullahoma native and outdoor content creator for Mossberg and Wild and Kingdom , joins us this week and shares his journey from a childhood steeped in hunting and fishing to producing captivating outdoor media. Cruise reflects on growing up in his family’s hunting store, checking in deer as a kid, and the thrill of Polaroid bragging boards.  Get the scoop on current e...

Join us at Warriors Path State Park for a sizzling episode of Tennessee Wildcast ! Dive into the art of Dutch oven cooking with experts John Mike, Joe Elkins, and Tony Hinkle. From crackling cornbread to pineapple upside-down cake, learn tips, tricks, and recipes to elevate your outdoor culinary game. This episode is packed with outdoor fun, fishing tales, and the warmth of cast-iron cooking! #Ten...

Join us this week at Warriors Path State Park, where we dive into a lifetime of hunting and fishing adventures with Jim Shupe, a passionate outdoorsman who shares epic stories, trophy pursuits, and the joy of passing on the hunting and fishing tradition. His love for the outdoors and dedication to inspiring others is unmatched! Don’t miss this episode!

The 2025-26 hunting seasons are almost here! Join us for a conversation with Wildlife and Forestry Chief Joe Benedict and Assistant Chief of Habitat Wally Akins as we preview the upcoming season and discuss key changes for this fall.  Don’t forget to watch last week's show to get your name in the hat and win an awesome fishing prize pack from GSM Outdoors.  Want to score these awesome prizes?...

Join us this week as Crispin Powley from GSM Outdoors returns with an incredible finesse bass fishing package giveaway! Packed with premium gear from Yamamoto, Roboworm, and Big Bite Baits, plus a high-performance Phenix rod, this prize pack is a must-have for any angler looking to up their game. Don’t miss your chance to win this ultimate fishing bundle!  Want to score these awesome prizes? Here’...

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure on Tennessee WildCast ! This week, we join the Hyder family on a quail hunt at the stunning Bridgestone Firestone Wildlife Management Area—one of the first in a new series of quota hunts! Tom Hyder, a lifelong sportsman, shares a heartwarming moment passing down his passion for quail hunting to his son and grandson. Tune in to hear their inspiring story and...

Tune in to our final episode from the National Field Trial Championship at Ames Plantation! We’re thrilled to host two of the world’s top female dog handlers in field trials. Discover their journeys, remarkable achievements, and insider insights into this exciting sport. #tnwildcast #tnwildlife #TennesseeWildCast #FieldTrials #DogHandlers #NationalFieldTrialChampionship #WomenInSports #DogTraining...

Join Tennessee WildCast as we head to the 126th National Field Trial Championship at Ames Plantation in West Tennessee! Our guest, Dr. Stan Wint, shares the rich history of the trials, his experiences running dogs, judging competitions, and his current role as president. Tune in for an engaging dive into the traditions and excitement of field trials. Don’t miss this episode packed with stories and...

Get ready for this month’s GSM Outdoors giveaway! This week, Crispin Powley, VP of GSM Fishing, joins us with top-tier crappie fishing gear to help you reel in those slabs like a pro. Plus, he’s sharing thrilling turkey hunting tales from this spring’s woods!  Want to score these awesome prizes? Here’s how to enter: 🎣 Subscribe to our YouTube channel & tag a friend in the comments.🎣 Follow u...